As part 4 of the Top Football Boots of the World Cup series, introducing the Puma V1.06.
Spearheading Puma’s attack at the World Cup is the ultra light, sometimes camouflages Puma V1.06. The German company have broken the mould somewhat with this super light football boot
Performance: The V1.06 is Puma’s lightest football boot to date. It has a super thin 0.4mm thick upper (ConTec). The upper is specially coated to give the leather texture, but it is much lighter. The outsole integrates with the anatomical stud positioning and pointed soft ground studs, designed to offer the best grip, maneuverability and rear foot stability. If control is paramount, then the thin upper offers a great deal of feel.
Comfort: Said to be like wearing socks! The V1.06 contains an ergonomic upper, which follows the foots shape.
Players: Peter Crouch, Yaya Toure, Costinha wear the Puma V1.06 football boots at the World Cup.
Price: RRP £99 available from £90.
Verdict: The unusual design requires an aquired taste. With such a thin upper, power and protection is limited. However this boot has proved to be very popular with the professionals and who am I to argue!

Ben said: Comment 4 July, 2006 @ 10:09 pm
Don’t provide enough protection and get dirty very easily hard 2 clean also get damaged easily, therefore i suggest the grass coloured ones…